Murambi - Karanja, Washim
Murambi is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Murbhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murambi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murambi is 530980. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Murambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murambi
According to the 2011 Census, Murambi village had a total population of 610 people, including 315 males and 295 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.18%, with male literacy at 95.57% and female literacy at 80.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 315 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 259 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 56 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Murambi
Murambi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelu Bk. | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Kisan Nagar | West | 2.16 km |
| Tapowan | East | 2.19 km |
| Sanlapur | South | 3.54 km |
| Poha | North | 3.55 km |
| Chakwa | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Lohara | West | 3.72 km |
| Koli | East | 3.76 km |
| Gaiwal | South | 4.29 km |
| Isafpur | West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murambi
Murambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Murambi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Murambi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murambi
Where is Murambi located?
Murambi village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murambi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murambi is Murbhi.
What is the pincode of Murambi?
The pincode of Murambi is 444105.
What is the population of Murambi?
Murambi had a total population of 610, including 315 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Murambi?
Murambi had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murambi was 88.18%. Male literacy was 95.57% and female literacy was 80.53%.